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Physical Effects of Heroin

Heroin is rarely found in its purest form. Because it is a schedule I drug, which means that there is no medical use for it, there is no regulation on the manufacture of heroin. To increase profits, manufacturers will “cut” the product with such ingredients as sugar, powdered milk or even quinine, according the Department of Justice. Some of these varying ingredients do not dissolve well and when they are injected, they can form clots in the body that can affect major organs, such as the brain, heart and lungs.

Getting help for heroin addiction is a vital first step to decreasing the risks of these terrible effects. If you or someone you love is suffering from heroin addiction, please contact us today. We can help you find the right recovery program for you and your family.